Shorts is National Champion Runner-up!

Trish is about 4 rows up on the left in the green, white and red MBM jersey. I spoke to Zach Adams last night and he said that she finished 2nd. Way to go Trish! Joel races today at 8am Central. Here are results from USA Cyclying.

Women - Cat 2 - Master - 30-39
Place Name Time Team

1 Anne Cheeney 1:15:43 Durango Devo
2 Tricia McMillen 1:17:06 MBM
3 Megan Cordes 1:18:44 The Great Chiweenies
4 Talitha Vogt 1:20:00 Damas
5 Stacy Schroeder 1:20:20 Miracle Racing / Family Cycling Center
6 Karen Holtmann 1:30:55 Mesa Cycles Racing Team
7 Jillian Horn 1:33:15
8 Kristi Welch 1:45:45 NRC / KONA

Sunday

Hey Gang
Sunday is race day. See ya all up there. The Curse at Big Flat.

Thursday night ride

Group heads for the "Narrows"

AJ

Jody

Rob and Jody show New guy AJ (top) the line down down Lee's

Rocks. AJ cleans it with ease.

Brad and Jody rock and Brad rolls.

wildlife predictions

Jody and I had a leisurely ride in southern Michaux today. One mile into the ride I nearly knocked three raccoon cubs out of their tree with my head. Luckily two of them stayed put for a photo shoot. After bonding with the wildlife we proceeded on our ride keeping an eye out for a sign as to the pace we might throw down in the up coming Dark Hollow race. The sign soon came although not exactly what I hoped for.

Early Start

Tuesday Night Back O' The Pack Ride

Back O' The Pack had a fun ride tonight.  We climbed Staley and Rothrock, then descended Four Logs and Turtle.  From left to right in the pic above are Scott, Peter, Brian, Alex, Chris and Matt.

Help Wanted

A couple volunteer opportunities next weekend.

New trails are being built *in a PA State Park*.
The Laurel Hills Off Road Bicycling Association are building in Shawnee State Park on July 19th. One good thing about this for us is that the park isn't quite out in the Laurels, it's only a bit past Bedford. This is a big deal getting to add mountain bike trails in a State Park. Situations like we have in Pine Grove Furnace are much more common in the Parks. Contact me if you want to help, and I'll put you in touch with LHORBA. BTW, the organizer of this is a retired 24-Solo woman,.........,who says racers don't give back??

The Curse is also that Sunday the 19th, and Rich can use some volunteers at the usual positions. Contact me or use the race site for details. Me??? After working 3 races in Michaux so far this season, I'm looking forward to sticking a number plate on for this one.

Monday Pump Track Phun

The Wiser Weiser and I are planning to roll the pump track on Monday. Prolly be there around 5:30.

It's really a bonus to returning a dead keg to Pitz and filling some growlers, but, hey, whatever works.

Hope to see some locals. C'mon out and wish Donna a happy half-birthday.

Breck Epic

pic stolen from Tomi

Anyone following this?

You oughta be.

Some great blogs and pics up and about.

Go HERE for the event site and stage/overall results.

Locals Tomi McMillar and Mike Kuhn are out there doing what they can at altitude.

Tomi is, of course, fixed, while Kuhndog is running a 2x9 setup.

Rich Dillen (Team Dicky) is another good read.

Jeremiah Bishop and Travis Brown are duking it out in the lead for the whole enchilada.

And, Harlan Price is sitting 8th in the Solo Male category. Not bad for a bunch of lowlanders.

Ryan and Steph came all the way from Harrisburg for the Thursday night ride.

Thanks for makin' the trip. I hope you enjoyed it.

Sunday Ride, July 12--Big Flat

Dale and Sue are pursuing non-bike activities, which may include the consumption of mass quantities of alcohol. They have asked me to schedule the ride. The Dark Hollow Race is happening on July 19, a week from Sunday. This year's course has not been posted. Let's ride last year's 25 mile course. Meet at Big Flat Parking Lot. Ride start at 9:00 AM. Bring plenty of water. If you need directions, use this link: http://gettysburgbmx.ipower.com/michaux/

Tuesday Night Back O' The Pack Ride

Want to come out for a group ride but are nervous about jumping in with the seasoned Michaux riders?  Join the "Back O' The Pack" on Tuesday evenings as we work to improve our fitness and have some fun.  This week I'm considering running the Sport loop of the Long Pine Classic race that just ran on Sunday.  There are many opportunities to change our route and tailor the ride to whoever wants to come.  If you are new and would like to come out please post here so I know who to expect and can tailor the ride accordingly.

Scott

Here's Martin, leading the race at the time. I heard that he led it through the last water stop at the powerline. Hard to imagine how someone could catch him on the downhills after that

Long Pine Classic

Great event and course today at Long Pine, many thanks to the promotors and helpers. Chuck was first MBM rider (that I saw) to the top of Canada Hollow climb during the 22 mile expert race and Trish was only a few minutes behind. Chuck had a strong showing and it was fun heckling (for motivation of course)him up the hill . Trish was also strong and in 7th place going up Hollow. The 15 mile sport course was a blast but in retrospect I should have done the "Full Pull" as Larry would say. Larry used the word sandbagging as I topped the second climb which I took as a compliment and Seeber asked me why I was riding with the children after my race. My 10th place finish confirmed I was in the correct group although I wish the sport loop was longer. Felt better in the closing miles than in the beginning. Did not stay to see the final results of the expert race, hopefully someone will post.

7-11 Raystown Ride

Me and the Mooch are riding Raystown July the 11th. We will be heading out early ( I'm thinking 7-ish from the C-burg area) and hitting the trails for a morning session then break for lunch and then do as much as our legs will allow in the afternoon. Then hit Boxer's Pub on the way home for some refreshment. Boxers has excellent bar food and plenty of beers to choose from. If your not the bar type, Huntington has a pizza place too. Come on out and join us, it'll be a fun day.

Sunday July 5th Ride

This Sunday is 'The Long Pine Classic'. If you're not doing this event and want to post a ride... have at it! The Chief will be away this weekend, lying on the beach somewhere....

nice time at the track tonite

can you spot Mary Moon?

Cracked up at Long Pine

Thanks Brett for leading out a large group in Long Pine today. I enjoyed the first 5 miles of riding much more than the 5 mile nature walk back to the parking lot. While my HiFi 29er was in the shop waiting for a replacement seat stay the chain stay on my back up 26 inch HiFi broke and disabled the bike. That makes 3 frame breaks in one year on two HiFi's. The best performance upgrade for this bike may be good walking shoes. Hope all had a great ride. Looks like I will be spectating and not racing next weekend.

Jody's Log Clinic

If anyone wants to learn how to ride big logs Jody holds clinic every Thursday in Mont Alto parking lot.

Tuesday Night Back O' The Pack Ride

Brad Wertz and I will be riding Tuesday evening starting at 4:30 from the Mont Alto lot.  We want to work on our fitness so we can close that gap to the main group a little further.  Anyone is welcome.  Any suggestions for a climbing intensive route also appreciated.

Scott

Cburg Pump Track

Hey MBMers!! How about a Monday Funday at the Chambersburg Pump Track? I haven't seen you all in a while and I'll be able to make the long trek down your way this coming Monday. I think it's about time I check out what this pump track is all about. I hope to be there around 530. So far Bucsexie and Clown Bike are in. I'll see if I can bring any one else from the 'north' along with me. Ice cream and beer floats afterwards?!?!?!

RIDE

Hey All;
This Sunday the Famous Brett Weiser will be doing a pre ride of the Long Pine Classic race course. We will meet at Long Pine Reservoir parking lot. Ride time 9am. The ride will be about 22 miles. There are plenty of places for the skirts to go home early if need be.

Long Pine Classic

Info can be found here.

Course maps, start times, etc.

Enjoy!

RAAM

Anybody following the RAAM? The riders will be passing through the timing station in Rouzerville, PA beginning on or about this Thursday June 25th thru Sunday June 28th. Mike and I are planning to go to the Rouzerville station located at Blondies Bar & Restaurant on Friday eve to hang out, watch some riders come thru and get some food & drink at Blondies. Around 6:00 PM or so. The more the merrier... meet us there if you're interested.

Jersey Order

I'll be collecting money for a jersey order.  If you'd like an MBM jersey email me at prophet2@me.com.  We need to order at least 5 jerseys to avoid a processing fee.  Cost will be $62 each.

The club still has jerseys in the following sizes and quantities:

XXXL - 1

XL - 1

Large - 3

Medium - 1

These run very small.  At 5' 11" and 200 lbs I usually wear a Men's Large and need a XXL so you will probably need to order 2 sizes larger than you usually would.

Scott

Beginner Ride Leader

I will be happy to lead beginner rides on the Thursday night ride on the spur of the moment or pre-scheduled.  If there is anyone lurking on the MBM blog who feels too intimidated to come out for a group ride for any reason just email me at prophet2@me.com.  We'll take it easy, have some fun and get you introduced to Michaux State Forest.

Scott

Wednesday Joy Ride!

aka: Old School Death March

Wednesday 8:00 a.m.
Caladonia Parking Lot

Caladonia to Grave Ridge and back
est. 35 miles - Mostly Single track

Bring plenty of food and water!

For Sale!

Brand New Thomson Elite Seat Post.

27.2 dia x 410mm
$65.00
email if interested.

tjbenchoff@comcast.net

Trevis

RIDE

Hey All;
Congrats to you big bear riders. Sounds like you all had a great time and made a great showing for the Michaux area. This Sunday will be at Pine Grove. Meet at the furnace. Ride time 9am. I would like to ride the north side.

NEW old School!

Just got a sweet vintage bike build done and thought I would share a pic! Super sweet original IBIS Mojo!